Book Information: Samurai Deeper Kyo, Volume 18

After his battle with Saishi, Akira collapses! Bontenmaru can carry him through the Second Gate, but there they must choose between two doors... Meanwhile, Izumo-no-Okuni searches for the same mysterious jewel that Kyo seeks. But then she runs into Taihaku of the Five Stars, who makes her an offer she can't refuse...